Bad news for fighting game fans as the Dead or Alive 5: Last Round release date has been delayed to March 30.

Koei Tecmo has confirmed that Dead or Alive 5: Last Round would be delayed to March 30 and they posted the reason why on the Steam listing of the game.

"In order to provide you with the best experience possible, the expected release date for Dead or Alive 5 Last Round on Steam has been changed from Feb. 17 to March 30. In appreciation for your patience, we'll be offering the Halloween 2013 Set (28 costumes) free of charge to all users who purchase Dead or Alive 5 Last Round on Steam."

"Thank you for your understanding!"

Koei Tecmo added that "Online modes for Dead or Alive 5 Last Round will be added in a patch within 3 months of release."

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